Teddy with a Balloon — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Teddy with a Balloon — a cross stitch kit: a teddy bear holding a red heart balloon among little flowers. A small festive picture for a birthday, or for no reason at all.

At a glance: 3.15 × 4.72 in (8 × 12 cm) · 7 colors · 16-count Aida · partial coverage

A lovely choice if…

• you need a birthday gift for a child or a grown-up;
• you want a heartfelt gift for a fellow stitcher;
• you want a first project you’ll actually finish;
• you’re looking for cozy decor for a kid’s room.

Why you’ll succeed

• Detailed instructions in the kit — step by step, from the first cross to the finished piece.
• Color chart with symbols — one square equals one stitch, so it’s easy to keep your place.
• About 50% extra floss — so you can redo a stitch without worry.
• Video lessons: how to start cross stitch with two strands, how to finish your embroidery, backstitch and lazy daisy stitch.
• We’re here for you — if you have a question, just message us, we’re always happy to help. For caring for the stitched design, see How to Care for Embroidery.

Kit contents

• color chart with symbols;
• white 16-count Aida fabric;
• Peri embroidery floss in 7 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: a teddy with a heart balloon.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 3.15 × 4.72 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Make It a Pair

The teddies make a pair. The other one: Love You, Teddy.

Did you know?

The first rubber balloons were made in London in 1824 by scientist Michael Faraday, for experiments with hydrogen, not for parties.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be enough floss?

Yes, the kit includes about 50% extra floss.

What else do I need?

Just scissors and, if you like, a hoop or a frame. You can add crane embroidery scissors and a bamboo hoop to your order.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship worldwide.

Who designed the chart?

Lyudmyla Yermilova, designer at Povitrulya, a Ukrainian brand of embroidery kits.

Kit details

• SKU: P1-035
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 3.15 × 4.72 in (8 × 12 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 7.1 × 8.7 in (18 × 22 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 7
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, backstitch, lazy daisy stitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 16-count Aida

Add Teddy with a Balloon to your cart and treat yourself to a few cozy evenings of stitching.